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Karnataka is behind six states, including Rajasthan, West Bengal and Bihar, which have already taken steps to reduce tobacco use, even though the number of head and neck cancers is increasing [19659002InIndiaheadandneckcanceristhemostcommonandaccountsforupto30%ofallcancersinIndiaOveralltheconditionisthesixthmostcommoncancerandthe8thleadingcauseofdeath
Every year, smoking and smoking take millions of young lives due to serious illness. On the occasion of World Head and Neck Cancer Day, celebrated every year on July 27, this year's theme is to educate smoking cessation and screening to ensure early diagnosis.
Dr. Trinanjan Basu, consultant, radiation oncologist, HCG Cancer Hospital, said that a nationally consistent directive under government legislation would help head and neck clinicians manage these patients in accordance with international standards.
The management of head and neck cancer has come a long way, from a modal approach to a multidisciplinary approach. The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) treatment protocols have ushered in new hope among the advanced stages of the disease with new drugs. It is often theoretical to advise new agents targeted with modern radiotherapy because availability and cost compromise the scenario, said Dr. Basu
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"The area of the head and neck is the" face "of the person with important senses such as vision, speech, hearing, smell, swallowing and airways. Therefore, cancer in this region, in addition to affecting these vital senses also affects the self-esteem and quality of life of patients. Cancer treatment of such vital organs in addition to the elimination of diseases should also aim to preserve its form and function, reduce morbidity and improve the quality of life of patients, said Dr. Satish Nair, consultant, Cervico-facial oncology surgeon, Apollo Hospitals BG.
The main modality of treatment includes surgery and radiotherapy with chemotherapy as a supplement. Recent advances in the treatment of head and neck cancer include targeted gene therapy. However, prevention is better than cure. People should be made aware of the importance of avoiding smoking, consuming alcohol, tobacco or betel nut in order to lead a healthy life, said Dr. Nair.
To Control the Sale of Tobacco Products Consortium for Tobacco-Free Karnataka, Indian Medical Association (IMA), Indian Dental Association (IDA), Associate Management of Primary and Secondary Schools in Karnataka, Association of Health Care Providers in India (AHPI) Government of Karnataka to mandate a separate license to sell tobacco. This is even when the Union government has taken steps to reduce its consumption seriously and has recommended a separate license for the sale of tobacco products. As recommended, six states, including Rajasthan, Bihar and West Bengal, have moved to action.
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